Which uni does LPC?
London Metropolitan University has a long-standing reputation for training solicitors and was one of the first universities to be validated to run the LPC.
How do I get my LPC UK?
To take the LPC you must have studied an undergraduate law degree or have done the Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL) to convert an unrelated undergraduate degree. The route to qualifying as a solicitor in Scotland is different to the rest of the UK.
Does it matter where you do your LPC?
Where you study the LPC is your choice; firms should not penalise you because the institution at which you studied. Consider choosing broad electives in stage two of the LPC for the best chance of securing a training contract.
Is the LPC equivalent to a Masters?
Though the LPC is a postgraduate course, it is not classed as a Masters qualification. Aspiring solicitors will most frequently gain a Masters qualification in law by studying a year-long LLM course, perhaps before beginning their training contract.
How do I become a solicitor UK?
Traditionally, to qualify as a solicitor in England and Wales you had to: Study a Qualifying Law Degree (LLB), before moving on to the Legal Practice Course (LPC), after which you’d complete a two-year period of recognised training, also known as a training contract.
Can you study LPC online?
Our LPC Online is a completely supported online study programme, offering you the best truly flexible route to your career as a solicitor. You can study where you want, receiving regular online support and feedback on your work from our professionally experienced tutors.
How expensive is the LPC?
ULaw, slashing the cost of the vocational course at its London branch by 8%, will now charge students £17,500….It will cost you over £500 more to do the LPC this year than it would have done last year.
| Law School | BPP (London) | BPP (Cambridge) |
|---|---|---|
| 2016/17 Fees | £15,240 | £11,970 |
| 2017/18 Fees | £15,740 | £12,370 |
| % difference | 3.3% | 3.3% |
Do you get paid during LPC?
Generally, law firms will not only pay your LPC costs, but also provide you with a maintenance grant or loan to help you with your living costs while you study.
What is a solicitor salary UK?
Salary. Starting salaries for newly qualified solicitors in a regional firm or smaller commercial practice are around £27,000 to £60,000. Starting salaries in large City firms can range from around £60,000 to £90,000. You can expect salaries to rise year-on-year as you gain more experience.
What are the best LPC providers in London?
The most affordable LPC providers in the city are London Metropolitan University, the University of West London and the University of Westminster. Other excellent providers are City University London, BPP University and the University of Law.
What is an LPC and why study the LPC?
The LPC is the final vocational stage of training to become a qualified solicitor. You study the LPC after successful completion of a qualifying law degree, or other recognised qualifications. With our LPC you have the choice to study full-time, part-time or accelerated to best suit your personal needs.
Where can I find information on the Legal Practice Course (LPC)?
For more information on the LPC, visit our Legal Practice Course (LPC) page. Please note that the information on this LPC course comparison tool is checked and updated regularly to the best of our ability. However, the information may be subject to change and we therefore cannot guarantee the accuracy of all information at all times.
Can I Complete my LPC without a Masters Award?
Successfully complete your LPC with either an extra elective of your choice or a Law and Business module and a Professional Practice Research Report and you will receive an LPC LLM in Professional Legal Practice. If you choose not to undertake either the MSc or LLM you can still enrol on the LPC without a Masters award.